Hawaiian Monk Seal (Neomonachus schauinslandi)
Hawaiian Monk Seal (Neomonachus schauinslandi)
The Hawaiian Monk seal is a true seal grouped under the family Phocidae and is primitive to the Hawaiian islands. These animals are identified by their dog-like faces with silver-grey colored backs. Their undersides have lighter creamy complexion and additions of bright patches plus red or green shades. Females are a little larger than males, with all adults being nocturnal hunters. Hawaiian Monk seals spent most of their time in the ocean and are considered generalist feeders. They mainly live in solitary, are nonmigratory, and rarely defend territories. The Hawaiian Monk seal is continually exposed to habitat loss resulting from human activity.
Hawaiian Monk Seals have a total length between 6.92’-7.92’ (2.1-2.4 m), body height of 12.6”-14.6” (32-37 cm), and width of 16.5”-18.9” (42-48 cm). The typical weight of the Hawaiian Monk Seal is in the range of 310-400 lb (140-200 kg). Hawaiian Monk Seals have lifespans between 25-30 years.
The Hawaiian Monk seal is a true seal grouped under the family Phocidae and is primitive to the Hawaiian islands. These animals are identified by their dog-like faces with silver-grey colored backs. Their undersides have lighter creamy complexion and additions of bright patches plus red or green shades. Females are a little larger than males, with all adults being nocturnal hunters. Hawaiian Monk seals spent most of their time in the ocean and are considered generalist feeders. They mainly live in solitary, are nonmigratory, and rarely defend territories. The Hawaiian Monk seal is continually exposed to habitat loss resulting from human activity.
Hawaiian Monk Seals have a total length between 6.92’-7.92’ (2.1-2.4 m), body height of 12.6”-14.6” (32-37 cm), and width of 16.5”-18.9” (42-48 cm). The typical weight of the Hawaiian Monk Seal is in the range of 310-400 lb (140-200 kg). Hawaiian Monk Seals have lifespans between 25-30 years.
